i think that's a reality and have done that in pakistan and yemen and elsewhere and i think the reality is it's going to be a continuing tool of national defense in the future. >> do you think chuck hagel is going to get confirmed? >> i think so without question. >> probably a rough time on the hill, however. >> you know, feels -- these guys will throw some tough questions at him but he's been here, knows the senate, and i'm confident he'll get through. >> you've been in government most of your life, it seems, and this is it. you go back to monterey to the walnut farm. must be somewhat emotional for you. >> it is. it is an emotional experience, i have my youngest son with me to be able to enjoy this and it's a thrill every time you go through this, but, you know, i'm proud of having been a public servant for most of my life and i hope that other young people who watch this event will commit themselves to public service because that's what our democracy needs. >> thank you very much for joining us. enjoy that 3,000-calorie meal but be careful with it. >> thanks very much. >> diane? >> th